Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl

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Description: A flavorful and nutritious dinner bowl filled with quinoa, black beans, and sautéed onions

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and drain well
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender
  4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat
  5. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes
  6. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute
  7. Stir in the black beans and cook until heated through
  8. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and serve with the black bean mixture

Tips:

  • Use leftover cooked quinoa and black beans to make this recipe even quicker
  • Add diced bell peppers or chopped tomatoes to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrients

Generated on: 6/26/2025, 11:46:51 PM

Original ingredients requested: white quinoa, back beans (Meal type: dinner)

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